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$156+ Cheap flights from Hobby (HOU) to Richmond (RIC)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/14. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
HOU — RIC
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Houston Hobby to Richmond Byrd Intl are usually found in September or January, booked 86 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Friday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Hobby to Richmond

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Hobby (HOU) to Richmond (RIC). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$319
(Southwest)

One-way from

$156
(Mytrip)

Popular in

November

Cheapest in

September

Average price

$340
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Cheapest flights from Hobby to Richmond
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Hobby to Richmond. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Southwest deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Southwest is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 3/187:00 amHOU - RIC
1 stop4h 20mSouthwest
Wed 3/266:45 amRIC - HOU
1 stop6h 45mSouthwest
Deal found 2/20$319
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/116:37 pmHOU - RIC
1 stop4h 34mDelta
Sun 4/135:40 amRIC - HOU
1 stop4h 48mDelta
Deal found 2/20$349
This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/89:03 amHOU - RIC
1 stop8h 07mAmerican Airlines
Sat 3/153:09 pmRIC - HOU
1 stop5h 34mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 2/19$439

Find flights from Hobby to Richmond within your budget

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Price

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Tue 3/18

7:00 am-12:20 pm

1 stop4h 20m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Wed 3/26

6:45 am-12:30 pm

1 stop6h 45m

$319

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Fri 4/11

6:37 pm-12:11 am

1 stop4h 34m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sun 4/13

5:40 am-9:28 am

1 stop4h 48m

$349

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Sat 3/8

9:03 am-6:10 pm

1 stop8h 07m

Richmond Byrd Intl

Sat 3/15

3:09 pm-7:43 pm

1 stop5h 34m

$439

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Mon 4/14

9:19 am-11:55 pm

2 stops13h 36m

$156

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/21

6:45 pm-12:11 am

1 stop4h 26m

$160

HoustonRichmond

HOU - RIC

HOURIC

Houston Hobby

Fri 3/21

7:00 am-4:20 pm

2 stops8h 20m

$190

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Deals found on 2/19

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Hobby to Richmond in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
ExpediaPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FareScanPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
PricelinePrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Richmond flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Houston Hobby Airport-Richmond flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Houston Hobby Airport-Richmond flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Houston Hobby Airport-Richmond flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Houston Hobby Airport-Richmond flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Hobby to Richmond

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Travel insights for flights from Hobby to Richmond

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Hobby to Richmond. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

The best time to book flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond is 85 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $372). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from HOU to RIC?

Find hourly flight availability from Hobby to Richmond. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 17% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Rainfall in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Richmond ranges from 2.8 - 4.7 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. February is typically the driest time to visit Richmond when rainfall is around 2.8 in.

Temperature in Richmond by month

Plan your trip to Richmond by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Richmond, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 78.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 37.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Richmond

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Richmond. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Richmond. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Southwest, Delta and American Airlines from Houston to Richmond. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Delta
8.0
Very good
8,220 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

American Airlines
7.2
Good
10,000 reviews
Southwest
8.1
Very good
4,411 reviews

Entertainment

7.6

Overall

8.1

Food

7.1

Crew

8.7

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20

2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Feb 2025

MCO - STL

Cancelled at last minute, SWA unable to assist in formulating alternate plans. Wound up renting a car and driving 13 hours to beat bad weather forecast at home. Not SWA’s fault that there was significant bad weather across the country.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Hobby to Richmond. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Richmond from Houston Hobby?

    For a flight from Houston Hobby to Richmond, you will be flying into Byrd Intl. Richmond Byrd Intl (RIC) is just 6.9 mi from the center of the city. Byrd Intl is the only Richmond airport and it handles 0 inbound flights from Houston Hobby per day. 5 airlines have flights to Richmond Byrd Intl from Houston Hobby on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond round-trip?

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond round-trip from $319. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Delta, from $349, and American Airlines, from $439. Southwest is priced at 12% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Hobby to Richmond that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Hobby to Richmond flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Hobby to Richmond?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Hobby to Richmond.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Hobby to Richmond?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Hobby to Richmond by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond (average of $281). Flying from Houston Hobby Airport to Richmond in June is currently the most expensive (average of $372). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 5 airlines flying from Hobby to Richmond

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Hobby to Richmond. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Spirit AirlinesCheapest$148Average$292FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time65%
American AirlinesCheapest$198Average$330FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time71%
DeltaCheapest$216Average$358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
United AirlinesCheapest$299Average$523FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
SouthwestCheapest$338Average$413FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time63%
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